Prior to game 1 of the Astros - White Sox ALDS, the reported plan was to have Justin Verlander throw out the first pitch. Sources tell ESPN Houston that the plan was nixed by Astros players. John Granato of 97.5 FM's The Bench gives co-host Lance Zierlein (and us) the full story.
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The latest update from Astros GM Dana Brown on the club's flagship station did not ease anyone's concerns this week. Brown said he was optimistic that Kyle Tucker would be back before September. September?
Which made us wonder what type of injury Tucker is really dealing with? A bone bruise doesn't typically take this long to heal.
Be sure to watch the video above as ESPN Houston's Joel Blank and Barry Laminack share their thoughts on Tucker's health, the Astros' secrecy when it comes to injuries, and much more!